#$%^&*AU2012227181A120121011.pdf#####Abstract The invention relates to the preparation of a solution of docetaxel in polysorbate 80. The process disclosed by the instant application involves eluting a solution comprising docetaxel, polysorbate 80 and an organic solvent through a purification column. The organic solvent in the solution eluted from the purification column is removed by evaporation under reduced pressure to yield a composition of docetaxel in polysorbate 80.